What do you do when life throws retirement curveballs, especially the ones you didn’t see coming? In this mailbag episode, Mark tackles three unique retirement planning questions from listeners like you. You’ll hear whether life insurance can make sense as part of an estate plan and what the 4% rule really means when it comes to dividends and interest. Mark also helps a listener assess the impact of leaving work earlier than expected and what steps to take next.

Here’s what we discuss in today’s show:

📊 What the 4% rule really includes

🏛️ Turning your investments into a meaningful legacy

📦 Evaluating your readiness for early retirement

📈 Why a comprehensive plan beats one-size-fits-all advice

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Not all financial advisors do the same thing and not all “plans” are made with your best interest in mind. In this episode, Mark walks through what a genuine financial planning process looks like from start to finish, and how to spot the difference between true fiduciary advice and a thinly veiled product pitch.

Here’s what we discuss in today’s show:

📞 What the first call with an advisor should include

🧾 Red flags: product pitches in meeting one

🧠 Why planning should come before investing

📉 What makes a true fiduciary different

Want to get in touch with Mark?

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https://silverman-associates.com/home

Email:

mark@silverman-associates.com

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520.512.8832

Ever wonder what other people talk about with their financial advisors? A new survey of nearly 400 experienced advisors reveals the biggest concerns, challenges, and financial goals their clients are facing today. From retirement planning and healthcare costs to working longer than expected, we’re breaking down the key takeaways and how they compare to what we see in our own client conversations.

Here’s what we discuss in today’s show:

📊 Survey insights from 400+ financial advisors

💰 Why retirement income is more than just savings

📉 How to avoid outliving your money

🏥 Health costs and caregiving pressures

🛠️ Real planning vs. product sales

Financial Advisor Magazine article:

https://www.fa-mag.com/news/retirement-planning-survey-2024-80450.html

Want to get in touch with Mark?

Web:

https://silverman-associates.com/home

Email:

mark@silverman-associates.com

Phone:

520.512.8832